This has been a big week for the opt out movement in eastern Washington! Both Spokane and the Tri-Cities are experiencing surges in test refusals. Federal law (No Child Left Behind) requires at least 95% participation in state testing (MSP/HSPE, EOCs, and SBAC) in order for a test sample to be considered valid. In this data-fed system of punishments to schools, teachers, and students, withholding that data by opting out of state testing is the simplest and most effective way to voice your objection and bring that system to a screeching halt.

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Let’s see the western side and eastern sides of Washington State join forces and send a clear message to Randy Dorn, OSPI and our legislature: SBA and CCSS need to go! Performance-based, teacher-generated assessments, child-centered learning, adequate time for play/recess and lunch, the arts and community involvement in our schools is what we need!

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